Denso Mexico Guadalupe Plant Receives Shingo Prize - 2008

2008-2013 Shingo Prize Recipient

Denso is a leading supplier of advanced automotive technology, systems, and components for all the world's major automakers, and is considered the third largest supplier of automotive parts in the world (Automotive News, 2006). The Guadalupe Plant (GPP) is one of two facilities operated by DENSO Mexico (DNMX) and is part of DNMX's System Control Components Division. GPP manufactures products including gas tank Evaporation Leak Check Modules (ELCM), Non Contact Sensors (throttle body sensors), air cleaner Air Flow Meters (AFM), and purge control valves.

Achievements:
• Decreased near miss occurrence (safety issues) by 40% since 2005
• Reduced customer complaints PPM by 71% for the last 4 years
• Increased productivity by 26.7% since 2004
• Reduced lead-time by 47.05% since 2004
• Decreased manufacturing expenses by 50% in the last 4 years